2007 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Audi | Monteverdi |
| Model | R8 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 130 L |
